Broccoli and Tofu in Garlic Sauce Recipe (Vegan, Gluten-free Option)

Broccoli and tofu in garlic sauce is a vegan and vegetarian Chinese-inspired entree that is easy to prepare. Serve this easy and simple tofu dish over rice or your favorite whole grain. You really can't go wrong with this simple vegetarian dish, which can be the focus of your dinner or served along with other Asian-inspired dishes.

If you need this dish to be gluten-free, use tamari instead of the soy sauce.

You can find the ingredients for this recipe easily in most supermarkets, and you probably already have the ground ginger and cayenne pepper on your spice shelf.

What You'll Need

1 onion, diced

4 cloves garlic, minced

3 tablespoons olive oil

Approx 2 cups broccoli, chopped

1 block firm or extra firm tofu, pressed

1 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

3 tablespoon cornstarch

1/4 cup soy sauce

1 cup water

How to Make It

First, prepare your tofu. Like most vegan tofu recipes, this one will taste best if you press the tofu first. Not sure how to do that? See this easy step-by-step guide: How to press tofu.